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- President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s strong support for the welfare, professionalism, and effectiveness of the Nigerian Armed Forces.
- The assurance was given at the opening of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Annual Conference 2025 in Lagos, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
- The President praised serving and retired military officers for their sacrifices, leadership, and role in shaping the Nigerian Army.
- He described the conference as an important platform for reflection, strategic review, and improvement in training and operations amid evolving security challenges.
- Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa (rtd), highlighted the conference as crucial for assessing readiness and aligning Army operations with national security priorities.
- He emphasized joint operations, inter-agency cooperation, and a whole-of-society approach to tackling security threats.
- COAS Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu thanked the President and National Assembly for their support in welfare, equipment modernization, training, and reforms.
- The Army reaffirmed its commitment to fighting terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and criminality, while transforming into a more technology-driven force.
- Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu praised the Army’s role in maintaining security and pledged continued state support.
- The conference will focus on operational, administrative, and strategic issues to strengthen the Nigerian Army’s ability to fulfill its constitutional duties.
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